Thirty Year 5 and 6 students had the opportunity to take part in one of the events held by Scribblers Festival at the Regal Theatre. The Festival is a celebration of words and stories, with some of the best illustrators and writers from around Australia attending. On this day of enrichment, students had the opportunity to hear from two different authors: Jessica Townsend, author of the Nevermoor series and R.A. Spratt author of the Friday Barnes, Nanny Piggins and Peski Kids series.

Both the students and teachers were motivated by Jessica Townsend’s encouragement to ‘drop’ all of their ideas into their writing, to combine ideas and to be inspired by whatever is around them. She drew out the imaginative creativity in the audience and many of our students had the opportunity to ask questions and share ideas.

RA Spratt entertained the audience with her stories and dramatically read from the first book in the Friday Barnes series. She talked about the importance of how reading stirred the audience to be enthusiastic in their reading.

Some reflections from our students:

 "I have learnt truly how much reading can impact your life and mind." Tristan R

 "I have learnt that all ideas are good ones and to treasure them." Lani

 "I learnt a lot about how to write a book and about the authors. I learnt that you have to always put yourself in the character’s shoes to calculate how they respond and also to write a book for you." Marisa

We are looking forward to Scribblers again next year!

Amber Thornhill

Primary Systems Leader